GRAM Dimensioning™ — powered by MetriXFreight — gives logistics operators the full picture: weight, volume, and data. At once. Automatically.

The problem with partial data

Across European logistics, the same issue repeats itself at different scales. A parcel enters the warehouse. Someone weighs it. No one captures the dimensions. Volume weight — the figure that determines what your carrier actually charges — gets estimated, disputed, or ignored entirely. The result isn't just billing friction. It's a systemic data gap that compounds across every shift, every route, every invoice. Manual dimensioning takes 15 to 30 seconds per parcel. In a mid-size distribution centre processing 800 shipments a day, that's over three hours of labour — every day — producing data that is still approximate. Carriers charge for what they measure. Operators pay for what they didn't.

The challenge

Logistics operators integrating a new measurement layer face the same three constraints every time: speed (the workflow can't slow down), accuracy (the data needs to be legally defensible), and integration (it has to connect to the WMS, TMS, or ERP they already run). A standalone dimensioning device that produces a number nobody can act on isn't a solution. It's another silo.

What changes when weight meets dimensions

GRAM Dimensioning™ — powered by MetriXFreight — captures length, width, height, and weight in a single, simultaneous measurement. 200 milliseconds. No manual input. No secondary process. The MetriXFreight L13x, deployed in parcel and dispatch operations, processes up to 1,200 pieces per hour. Each measurement is timestamped, photographed, and ready for system integration via REST API — directly into the operator's existing workflow. What used to require two steps, two people, and two data entries now happens once. Automatically. With a certified, OIML-compliant result.

From measurement to decision. In real time.

1 — Capture Every parcel is measured the moment it enters the process. Weight and all three dimensions captured simultaneously. No operator involvement required. 2 — Verify Automatic photo documentation records every object. Disputes with carriers have a traceable, timestamped reference. Not an estimate — evidence. 3 — Calculate Volume weight is computed instantly and compared against actual weight. The system flags discrepancies, surfaces the billable figure, and eliminates the guesswork from freight cost allocation. 4 — Integrate Data flows directly into the operator's WMS or TMS via API. Master data is enriched automatically — dimensions, weight, barcode, photo — with no re-keying and no delay.

What this means operationally

Impact area	Typical outcome
Manual measurement time eliminated	Up to 100%
Throughput per hour (parcel operations)	Up to 1,200 pieces/h
Carrier billing discrepancy reduction	Significant — data-backed disputes replace estimates
Data entry errors	Near zero (automated capture)
WMS/TMS enrichment	Real-time, API-connected
System deployment	Modular — scalable from single station to multi-line

Performance benchmarks based on MetriXFreight system specifications and multi-site deployments across European logistics operators.

What the partnership delivers that neither could alone

Metrilus builds some of the most accurate 3D measurement technology available for logistics applications — 400+ systems in operation, 180,000+ measurements per week, deployed in 28+ countries. That's not a claim. That's an installed base. GRAM brings the connectivity layer, the integration expertise, and the partner infrastructure to deploy, certify, and support these systems across European markets — in the languages, regulatory frameworks, and operational contexts that matter. Together, the offer is simple: you capture everything, you connect everything, and you make decisions based on data that didn't exist in your workflow before.

GRAM connected scales power Welleat's food waste intelligence platform — turning what's left on the plate into data that drives real operational change.

The Challenge

France's collective catering sector wastes 500,000 tonnes of food every year. Not because of carelessness — but because kitchens have been running on estimation, intuition, and paper trails. When you can't measure what's actually being served, consumed, and discarded, you can't change it.

Precision at the point of waste

GRAM provides the connected scales integrated into Welleat's Anti-Gaspi module — the hardware layer that captures food waste data at tray level, in real time, across every service. The data doesn't sit in a spreadsheet. It feeds Welleat's AI platform, where it becomes production forecasts, menu recommendations, and measurable cost savings. Weighing is where the loop starts. We close it.

From weight to decision. Automatically

1 — Capture GRAM connected scales installed at the end of service measure food waste plate by plate. No manual input. No estimation. 2 — Transmit Weight data streams directly to the Welleat platform, where it's cross-referenced with production volumes, menus, and consumption history. 3 — Analyse Welleat's AI identifies waste patterns, flags overproduction, and surfaces the recipes and portions that actually get eaten. 4 — Act Kitchen teams receive adjusted production quantities for the next service. The data becomes a decision — not a report.

The numbers behind the change

Impact area	Result
Food waste reduction	Up to –50%
Production cost savings	–14%
Nutritional improvement	+18%
Administrative workload	–30%
Return on investment	Up to 6€ per 1€ invested

Results measured after 3 months of deployment across school canteens, hospitals, EHPAD, and corporate restaurants.

GRAM Technologies. Connectivity That Drives Data

Connected weighing isn't just about accuracy. It's about what happens to the data next — and who acts on it.

The construction industry is one of the most dangerous industries, as immense loads have to be moved precisely every day. Wireless crane scales and advanced load monitoring systems play a central role in improving both safety and productivity. Inaccurate weight estimates or improper handling can lead to accidents with serious consequences. According to Eurostat (2023), there were 3,298 fatal accidents at work in the EU, and nearly a quarter of them (24%) occurred in the construction sector — making it the most dangerous industry in Europe. Across the EU, this corresponds to an average of 2.07 fatal accidents per 100,000 employed people. In total, there were 2.82 million non-fatal accidents, often leading to serious injuries such as fractures, sprains, or concussions. Compared to traditional measuring devices, wireless crane scales offer greater accuracy and flexibility by providing real-time load data to monitoring systems that can immediately respond to overloads or hazards — a decisive factor in reducing such incidents and enhancing workplace safety.

Applications of Crane Scales in Construction

Wireless crane scales find applications across various aspects of construction operations:

1. High-rise building construction: Precise weight measurement for structural elements and materials.
2. Bridge construction: Accurate load monitoring for large precast sections and steel beams.
3. Industrial plant construction: Safe handling of heavy equipment and machinery.
4. Demolition projects: Monitoring debris weight for efficient removal and disposal.
5. Material yards: Inventory management and load verification for incoming and outgoing materials.

The integration of wireless systems in modern construction sites

Modern construction sites are increasingly relying on digital and networked technologies. Wireless crane scales and load monitoring systems can be seamlessly integrated into existing construction monitoring and management systems. The data obtained can be used to optimise the entire construction process, from resource planning to safety monitoring.

• Data analysis and reporting: The continuous collection of load data enables construction companies to carry out long-term analyses and evaluate the efficiency of their lifting operations. This allows processes to be continuously improved and safety standards to be further developed.

 

The Problem

Food waste in professional kitchens isn't just an operational issue. It's a financial drain, a compliance risk, and an increasingly public liability. The numbers are hard to ignore: hotel resorts in Spain waste over €100,000 in food annually on average. Staff turnover in HORECA reaches up to 63.7%. Less than 16% of professional kitchens are digitalized. And Spain's new food waste prevention law — Ley 1/2025 — now requires every operator in the chain to quantify and report their reduction plan. The sector needed more than awareness. It needed data it could act on.

The results

Effiwaste's platform, built on GRAM F precision, delivers outcomes their clients can verify — and report.

Metric	Result
Average waste reduction	40%
Dishes saved	+60,000
Tonnes avoided	+28
Average ROI payback	< 4 months
Potential annual saving per resort	Up to €60,000
Savings on waste management fees	+58%

What this means for the industry

Food waste reduction at scale requires more than commitment. It requires infrastructure — a measurement system precise enough to be trusted, connected enough to feed a decision layer, and robust enough to operate daily in a professional kitchen environment. GRAM with Xtrem technology delivers that infrastructure. Effiwaste builds the intelligence on top of it. Together, they've created a model that turns one of HORECA's most persistent cost centres into a measurable, manageable, and reportable process.

"You can't reduce what you can't measure. And you can't trust the data if the measurement isn't right."

The core principle behind the Effiwaste × GRAM partnership.

In logistics, one incorrect weight reading can have ripple effects: fines at border checks, damaged trucks, or even failed customer audits. Yet many logistics operations still rely on outdated or disconnected vehicle scales – and pay the price.

Whether you're operating a small regional fleet or managing a major distribution hub, avoiding the following five mistakes can make your vehicle weighing process safer, faster and far more cost-effective.

Mistake 1: Relying on fixed scales only – and missing mobile opportunities

Fixed platform scales are ideal for hubs – but not for on-the-go operations like agriculture, construction, or field deliveries. Static systems can’t follow the load.

What it costs:

• Queue times at shared weighing stations
• Missed weight checks in rural or temporary locations
• Extra trips just to verify compliance

⏩ Equip your team with portable vehicle scales such as the Gram Core PR. These compact truck axle scales allow mobile weighing wherever needed – roadside, job site, or farm. Perfect for quick axle checks and avoiding fines before they happen.

Mistake 2: Lack of connectivity between your vehicle scales and core business systems

You weigh accurately – but the numbers stay on paper or in isolated devices. There’s no link to your WMS, TMS, or billing tools.

What it costs:

• Manual input errors
• Delayed invoicing
• Missed proof of weight for legal compliance or customer claims

⏩ Choose digital vehicle scales with real-time data integration, like Gram Next Xtrem® Speed or Gram Next Xtrem® Condor. With Xtrem® software, weight data flows directly to your systems via WiFi, USB, or Ethernet – for faster billing, better stock control, and full traceability.

Mistake 3: You’re only checking gross vehicle weight – not axle overload

Your truck may be under the legal gross weight, but if the front or rear axle is overloaded, you still face legal penalties, risk of brake failure, or structural damage.

According to the World Road Association, up to 30% of trucks on European roads are overloaded on at least one axle. Learn how to prevent overloading in the transport industry.

What it costs:

• Vehicle damage (suspension, tyres, braking systems)
• Legal penalties and immobilisation
• Increased fuel consumption due to poor load balance

⏩ Use vehicle axle scales like the Gram Core PR to monitor individual axle weights and distribute loads properly – before departure.

Mistake 4: You have no maintenance or calibration schedule for your vehicle scales

Over time, all weighing equipment loses accuracy – especially in dusty, outdoor or high-impact environments.

What it costs:

• Regulatory non-compliance
• Inaccurate customer invoices
• Unnoticed underloading or overloading
• Higher wear-and-tear on logistics assets

⏩ Establish a predictive maintenance cycle for your vehicle scales:

• Annual calibration using certified M1/F1 weights. Learn how to correctly calibrate industrial scales here.
• Quarterly visual inspections (check for corrosion, connector wear, shock damage)
• Implement IoT-based error notifications if using Xtrem smart scales

Proactive servicing reduces downtime and preserves weighing accuracy – protecting your compliance and profit margins.

Data as competitive tool through Vehicle Scales

Today’s best-performing logistics operations use vehicle scale data for more than compliance. They analyse weighing patterns to optimise loading practices, reduce emissions per kg shipped, and even flag potentially fraudulent shipments.

With systems like Xtrem®, you can:

• Track load density across routes
• Automate overloading alerts
• Integrate weighing with dispatch or customs processes
• Build predictive reports on vehicle utilisation

Smarter vehicle weighing pays off

Modern vehicle scales do far more than just measure weight. They integrate with your processes, protect your assets, ensure compliance and reveal new efficiencies.

Whether you run 10 vans or a pan-European fleet, avoiding these five mistakes will help you turn your weighing system into a profit driver – not a cost center.

Need help choosing the right solution?

Explore our range of vehicle scales for logistics or talk to our team for personalised advice.

The European freight and logistics market reached a volume of approximately €1.36 trillion in 2024 and shows strong growth potential: it is expected to rise to around €1.60 trillion by 2029. This growth, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.11%, presents not only new opportunities but also challenges for companies. One of the biggest hurdles in logistics is accurate weight recording, as inaccurate measurements can lead to significant consequences, such as excessive freight costs, inefficient use of storage space, delayed deliveries, and even fines for regulatory violations.

To prevent these risks and maximise efficiency in the logistics chain, modern weighing systems are indispensable. By using precise scales in combination with intelligent software such as Xtrem® software, companies can significantly reduce their logistics costs. These technologies not only provide high measurement accuracy, but also real-time data tracking and automated reporting to optimise processes and avoid losses due to inaccuracies.

The role of weighing in logistics and supply chain management

Precise inventory management

Weighing systems enable the accurate tracking of goods along the logistics chain. This precision is crucial for maintaining accurate stock levels, which are fundamental to effective supply chain management. Weighing accuracy ensures that stock records match physical inventory, reducing discrepancies and the risk of stock shrinkage.

Cost management and accounting

Weighing is essential for calculating shipping and handling costs. Accurately measured weights ensure that costs are allocated correctly and transparently. In logistics, where billing often depends on the weight of the goods, precise weighing is crucial for fair and accurate billing practices.

Comply with legal requirements

The logistics industry is subject to numerous regulations, including weight limits for vehicles on public roads. Weighing ensures compliance with these legal requirements, helping to avoid penalties and legal issues. For example, overloading vehicles can lead to fines and increased wear and tear on transport infrastructure.In logistics, legal-for-trade industrial scales are required by law in certain circumstances, particularly in commercial transactions where weight determines price. They provide consistent measurements, which is crucial for customer satisfaction, accurate billing and precise inventory management. Read more here: Everything you need to know about industrial scales – verification, and regulation.

Accurate volumetric weight calculation

In modern logistics, weight alone is often not sufficient to calculate transport and storage costs accurately. Many carriers charge based on volumetric weight (dimensional weight), making precise measurement of length, width, and height just as critical as accurate weighing.

Dimensioning systems automate the capture of parcel dimensions and weight in a single process. By eliminating manual measurements and estimation errors, companies gain reliable data for billing, carrier selection, and warehouse planning. This prevents costly undercharging, avoids disputes with freight providers, and ensures that every shipment is billed correctly based on its true transport footprint.

Increasing safety

Proper weighing helps ensure the safety of transport vehicles. Overloaded or unevenly loaded vehicles pose a significant risk on the road. Weighing accuracy helps to distribute the load evenly, increasing road safety and reducing the risk of accidents.

Operational efficiency

Time is of the essence in logistics. Modern weighing systems, such as belt weighers or forklift truck scales, integrate the weighing process into the operational workflow. This integration speeds up the process, reduces manual intervention and increases overall operational efficiency.

Quality control

Weighing can also be part of quality control processes. In logistics, it is crucial that the goods shipped match the order in terms of quantity and weight. Weighing systems help to verify that the correct amount of product is shipped and received.

Environmental impact

With a growing focus on sustainable practices, efficient weighing helps to protect the environment. Weighing accuracy helps to optimise loads, which can result in fewer trips and reduced fuel consumption, minimising the carbon footprint of logistics operations.

Customer satisfaction

Accurate and efficient weighing processes play a significant role in customer satisfaction. Delivering the right quantity of goods in a timely manner, with accurate billing, has a direct impact on customer trust and the company's reputation.

Popular weighing systems in logistics to reduce your costs

Vehicle scales and portable axle scales

Truck scales, including portable axle weighers, are crucial to logistics operations as they enable precise control of vehicle weights, helping to ensure compliance with legal payload requirements and avoiding the costs of overloading. Portable models such as the Gram Core PR offer flexibility as they are easily transportable and can be used either above ground or built in. For heavy-duty applications, the Gram Next Xtrem Speed offers a robust solution designed for light vehicles, with both floor and recessed mounting options. Thanks to Z-Link communication and Xtrem technology, seamless data transfer to PCs, tablets and smartphones is possible.

Heavy duty scales: platform scales

Heavy duty scales such as the Xtrem Penguin, Condor and Bengal models offer significant advantages in logistics, particularly for reducing costs by weighing large loads precisely and efficiently.

The Gram Next Xtrem Penguin is a robust heavy duty scale with a capacity of 3000 kg and a low platform that makes it easy to weigh Euro pallets without additional handling.

The Gram Next Xtrem Condor, with its low profile height of 50 mm and fold-away ramps, offers easy loading and flexibility. It is suitable for a range of applications and uses digital technology to enable efficient, wireless weight measurement, reducing installation effort and maintenance costs.

The versatile Gram Next Xtrem Bengal features a non-slip diamond plate and durable epoxy coating. With Industry 4.0 technology, it enables optimal connectivity, while its robust construction minimises damage and extends the service life of the equipment, reducing costs in the long term.

These heavy-duty scales minimise errors, improve efficiency and help reduce transport and maintenance costs by providing accurate weight data for optimised logistics processes.

Pallet Scales

Pallet scales like the Gram Next Xtrem Scorpion are ideal for logistics, especially for reducing costs. The compact design with low platform makes it easy to weigh Euro pallets without ramps, while the front wheels and handle allow for easy repositioning. The digital weighing core provides precise measurements and quick weight data, enabling warehouse managers to efficiently check stock and avoid over or under-deliveries. This accuracy reduces unexpected transport costs due to weight differences and improves efficiency in shipping and receiving.

Forklift truck scales

The Gram Core Bull forklift truck scale is an indispensable solution for logistics because it is wireless and easy to integrate. It enables weighing during transport and transmits weight data in real time via WiFi. With a low fork height of 56 mm, it remains compact and robust, while the programmable overload warning ensures safety.

Dimensioning systems for parcels and small freight

Dimensioning systems such as the MetriXFreight S140 extend traditional weighing solutions by capturing length, width, height, and weight simultaneously. This makes them ideal for logistics environments where parcels, cartons, and irregularly shaped items must be processed quickly and accurately.

The MetriXFreight S140 uses 2D and 3D camera technology to measure cubic and free-form objects with an average deviation of less than 5 mm, while the integrated scale ensures precise weight recording. With a throughput of up to 750 items per hour, it is perfectly suited for warehouses, distribution centres, and cross-docking operations.

Automated dimensioning reduces manual handling, speeds up data capture, and ensures that volumetric weight is calculated correctly. This helps logistics providers avoid revenue losses caused by incorrect freight calculations and improves transparency throughout the supply chain.

Data management with Xtrem® technology in logistics and integration into your systems

Xtrem® software provides a comprehensive solution for data management in logistics, helping to reduce costs and increase efficiency through accurate weighing data and seamless system integration. Key benefits and features include:

Accuracy and real-time data tracking

Xtrem software provides accurate, real-time weight data, which is crucial for effective inventory control and optimal transport planning. The high level of measurement accuracy reduces errors and losses due to inaccurate weight measurements, thus avoiding over- or under-delivery.

Flexible device support and connectivity

The Xtrem software supports WiFi, Ethernet and USB connections, enabling easy connection to PCs, tablets and smartphones. Multiple devices can access the data simultaneously, making it much easier to monitor and coordinate logistics operations.

Automated data collection and processing

Xtrem software minimises manual effort by automatically collecting and documenting data. Integrated functions such as label printing and data export also make it easier to manage inventories and shipments.

Advanced reporting and data analysis

Xtrem software offers advanced reporting features that turn raw data into valuable insights. Detailed reports support strategic decision-making and help to optimise processes and reduce costs.

Scalability and adaptability

Xtrem software grows with your business and flexibly adapts to increasing demands and more complex logistics processes. It seamlessly integrates with existing warehouse management and logistics systems, significantly increasing efficiency.

User-friendly and intuitive operation

The Xtrem software offers an easy-to-understand user interface that enables quick familiarisation. This shortens the learning curve for employees, allowing them to use the software effectively from day one.

Secure and reliable data management

The integrated security features of the Xtrem software ensure that weighing data is protected and stored securely. It provides reliable data security solutions that meet the requirements of the digital age.

Cut logistics costs through smart weighing solutions

In an industry where every kilogram counts, accurate and efficient weighing is no longer a luxury — it’s a competitive advantage. Combined with dimensioning systems that capture length, width, and height, modern weighing solutions enable precise freight cost calculation. From optimising load distribution and preventing fines to streamlining warehouse operations and increasing customer satisfaction, these technologies are essential components of a successful logistics strategy. When paired with powerful software like Xtrem®, they become even more valuable by providing real-time data, automation, and insights that reduce manual work and operating costs.

Whether you're managing a fleet, a warehouse, or a supply chain — investing in high-quality weighing solutions is an investment in long-term efficiency and profitability.

Explore our full range of Industrial Scales for Logistics and discover how the right weighing systems can transform your operations.

 

For decades, the industrial sector has been predominantly male-driven. However, in recent years, the presence of women in this field has been steadily increasing. According to the National Institute of Statistics (INE) in Spain, women currently represent 28.1% of the workforce in the industrial sector, with 1,640,600 women employed out of a total of 5,835,200 workers. While this percentage has remained stable over the past four years, the challenge remains to increase female representation and ensure equal opportunities in the field.

This International Women’s Day, we are amplifying the voices of women who are shaping the industrial sector. From leadership roles to technical positions, they share their experiences, insights, and messages for the next generation of women in the field.

Insights from Women in the Industry: Challenges and Leadership

According to Shanna, one of the biggest challenges women face in the industrial sector is perception. "Industrial work is still seen as a male-dominated field, which discourages young women from considering it as a career path. Another issue is the lack of role models in leadership positions, which makes it harder for women to see a future for themselves in the sector."

She also highlights that leadership diversity remains a key barrier, as hiring and promotions are rarely neutral. "People tend to hire those they feel more comfortable with, whether that’s in gender, age, or background. And as long as most decision-makers are men, that cycle keeps repeating itself unless we actively break it."

While large corporations often implement quotas to force change, in smaller companies like Gram Group, gender diversity depends largely on available talent. "We don’t hire based on gender, but we do pay attention to making sure women have the same career opportunities as men."

For real change to happen, companies must take an active role in promoting industrial careers to young women, ensuring fair and transparent hiring and promotion processes, and fostering inclusive workplace cultures. "At Gram Group, we believe innovation comes from diverse perspectives. The more we actively work toward equity, the more we strengthen our industry as a whole. Success shouldn’t be tied to a single leadership style—everyone should be able to lead in their own way, as long as it is respectful and authentic."

Shifting Mindsets in the Industrial Sector

Iga points out that achieving true gender equity in the industrial sector requires more than just legal changes; it’s about shifting generations-old mentalities. "We can change laws quickly and seek theoretical equality, but real transformation takes time—it’s a work of generations.”

Breaking Barriers in Technical Roles

Estefanía emphasizes that the demand for skilled professionals in electronics is high, but not many pursue this path, making it a great opportunity for women who are passionate about technology. "I want my experience to serve as a message of hope for those who may encounter difficulties along the way. If one place does not value you, there is always the possibility of changing and finding the right environment.”

Her message to young women interested in industrial technology or engineering is clear: "We live in a time where stereotypes no longer define which jobs are for men or women. If you are passionate about a profession, have a good attitude, and work hard, you can achieve whatever you set your mind to.”

Encouraging Future Generations

Nieves emphasizes the importance of continuing to foster inclusion and career development within the industry. "It is essential to keep creating opportunities and supporting professional growth so that everyone, men and women alike, have the same chances to advance."

Her advice to young women interested in the industrial sector: "Do not be afraid to explore all the opportunities this sector offers. The industrial field is diverse and full of potential in areas like engineering, technology, logistics, and design. It is crucial to keep learning, join internship programs, and never let stereotypes or prejudices hold you back."

Driving Change for an Inclusive Future

The industrial sector is evolving, and the role of women within it is becoming more prominent than ever. As more women enter the field, break barriers, and redefine expectations, the industry will only become stronger and more inclusive.

On this International Women’s Day, we recognize the resilience, contributions, and leadership of women in the industrial sector. Their voices are shaping the future, challenging norms, and paving the way for the generations to come. The journey toward true equity is ongoing, but every step forward brings us closer to a more diverse, innovative, and inclusive industry.